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May 16, 2008  
Subject: Switch Vista Versions between Desktop and Laptop
Group: microsoft.public.windows.vista.installation_setup
Date: 5/11/2008 9:00:13 AM
From: "Tony Olson" [Email Address Protection]

I bought two upgrade DVD's (Home Basic and Home Basic Premium) and installed
the Home Basic on my Desktop and Home Basic Premium on my laptop. So I find
that I would like to switch my Home Basic Premium to my Desktop.

I'm concerned about the "activation" process. I would assume (on
installation) that the Home Basic Premium DVD could/would be an upgrade to
the Home Basic on my desktop.

My dilemma is if the previous is successful how do I get the Home Basic to
install over the Home Basic Premium currently on my laptop.

I always wondered how multiple Product Keys at Microsoft are handled from
similar IP addresses (wireless network).

I can't see purchasing a Home Basic to Home Basic Premium upgrade when I
don't need it.

My PCs are not for business, but I would like to stay away from an
"activation" hassle with Microsoft. It seems there should be an orderly
process to do this (and many folks must have a need to switch OS versions
between PC's).

Any help is appreciated.

Tony Olson


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